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";s:4:"text";s:5234:" In some modes there's now a Boost option, which narrows the angle of view a bit, but nets even stronger stabilization.Video quality itself is top-notch. It's features like this that would have probably earned me that epic "whale-splash" shot.If you were hoping for some more practical updates, like improved battery life, then there's not really any news here. Of course, to capture such an immersive view, there's some fish-eye distortion. Out are some of the older resolutions like 720p and 960p. If you're just getting started, the Shorty, a combination mini-tripod and extension pole, is a good first accessory, especially if you're interested in vlogging.And GoPro is definitely targeting vloggers with some of the Hero8's features. There are a number of templates and title styles to choose from, as well as music tracks.It's a good tool for content creators who may want to share out a quick video without delving into serious editing. That worked fine, but having the taller shot of Activity while riding definitely makes it feel more engaging. This means you'll no longer need a "frame" mount to connect it to accessories. Now, just set it and forget it -- let the camera do the work.In practice, it makes those speedy-fast-forward clips feel a lot more natural.
When testing DJI's camera side by side with the Hero 8, you can see the Osmo Action struggles with movements on more than one axis at the same time; even simple things like moving the camera from one hand to another. The camera does support voice commands as well—you can say "GoPro, start recording," and it will. It's an add-on for the Media Mod—GoPro figures if you're serious enough to ensure your selfie video is framed perfectly, you'll also want better audio.The third add-on, the Light Mod ($49.99), is a battery-powered LED light. When he’s not out with his camera, Jim enjoys watching bad and good television, playing video games (poorly), and reading.
The advent of mods to expand the hardware (albeit with an additional cost) should also mean you get more use out of the Hero 8 over time. GoPro's Best Hero Yet The Hero8 Black takes everything we liked about last year's Hero7 Black and either maintains or betters it.
The thing is, I knew this before but would either forget or think 1080 was fine and just stick with that.Digital Lenses is a little more straightforward: It moves the FOV setting (Wide, SuperView etc.) You can expect to get about 35 minutes on a 32GB memory card.GoPro cameras are built around an ultra-wide lens.
Another nice addition to the UI is the option to add shortcuts to the home screen. Mounting clips are built into the body—they fold into the bottom, and are secured magnetically, so you can still set the camera down on a flat surface for recording.
All I know is that I went whale watching once, and ended up with several photos of Humpbacks barely out of the water. If you click an affiliate link and buy a product or service, we may be paid a fee by that merchant.Jim Fisher is our lead analyst for cameras, drones, and digital imaging. It slides into one of the cold shoe mounts on the Media Mod.I haven't had a chance to try the Mods myself, but have asked GoPro to send them over for review once they're available.
With the Hero8 Black, it's introducing a new Mod system. There is a new "horizon lock" mode in the app that will fix lopsided video, but it's always better to get the shot right the first time.I'll admit, I wasn't expecting too much from HyperSmooth With that in mind, I'm not kidding when I say that HyperSmooth 2.0 is a legitimate improvement. Your ratings help us make the buyer’s guide better for everyone. It's also very bright, a plus for a camera that will get a lot of use outdoors, and viewable from askew angles.The side button switches between the three main shooting modes—Photo, Time Lapse, and Video.
HyperSmooth stabilization is available in all modes, and it remains the best digital stabilization system we've seen in an action camera. It's easy enough to fix -- manually set it level again and tighten the screw a little more -- but it tripped me up a few times in the beginning. Our expert industry analysis and practical solutions help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.PCMag, PCMag.com and PC Magazine are among the federally registered trademarks of Ziff Davis, LLC and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. into a slider.
You'll still swipe left and right to swap modes.
Now, if you stop mid-hike at a nice viewpoint, the TimeWarp will slow down too, giving that moment more prominence. It's appealing for mounting on your person to get up-close point-of-view shots. The 4K footage is saved at 100Mbps, so you'll fill up memory cards quickly.